Together Queensland

Together Queensland, the branch of the ASU, represents approximately 30,000 members across the Queensland Public Sector, Queensland Health, and various private sector industries and employers throughout Queensland.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the workplace and advocating for employee rights? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our industrial team as a Trainee Industrial Officer. In this role, you will be at the forefront of triaging incoming contact from our members and supporting their workplace needs.

Successful candidates will have a strong interest in advancing both worker and civil rights in Queensland and excel at building rapport quickly through various digital mediums, including engaging in persuasive conversations.

About the Role

We are looking for motivated individuals with a passion for improving workers’ lives. If you have experience or transferable skills in advocacy, policy, human resources, social work, or community engagement, we encourage you to apply.

As a Trainee Industrial Officer, you will:

• Receive comprehensive on-the-job training, personalised mentoring, and targeted professional development.
• Provide advice and support to members on workplace matters.
• Collaborate with workplace delegates and union staff to address industrial issues collectively.
• Contribute to broader union campaigns and activities.

This position is based at our South Brisbane office and may involve occasional travel within Queensland.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re seeking people who bring:

1. Interpersonal Skills: A natural ability to connect with people, foster trust, and maintain respectful relationships.
2. Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication abilities to convey information effectively and objectively.
3. Analytical Thinking: The capacity to interpret complex information, develop solutions, and offer strategic advice.
4. Teamwork and Independence: A collaborative spirit with the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
5. Commitment to Values: A passion for fairness, equity, and improving workers’ lives.

Transferable Skills Are Welcome!
Experience in industrial relations or law is not essential. If you have relevant skills from areas like customer advocacy, human resources, social work, or community engagement, we encourage you to apply.

Remuneration and Progression

• Year 1 (A03 level): $2,896.85 per fortnight (or pro-rata equivalent).
• Year 2 (A04 level): $3,425.58 per fortnight (or pro-rata equivalent), upon successfully completing Year 1 competencies.
• Post-Traineeship (AO5-1 level): $3,969.74 per fortnight (or pro-rata equivalent), with progression to a permanent Industrial Officer role upon completion of the traineeship.

Applicants may apply for part-time, flexible working arrangements. The role is based at our South Brisbane premises.

Additional Opportunity: Casual Roles

If you apply for the trainee role, please indicate if you are open to being considered for casual intake roles, in case you are not selected for the traineeship.

How to Apply

Send your application, including a resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria, to:

Alex Scott
Branch Secretary, Together Queensland
Email: jobs@together.org.au

For inquiries, call Christina Snowdon on 0405 735 783 or email jobs@together.org.au with the subject line:  Trainee Industrial Officer Enquiry.

Applications close: 31 January 2025.

Please note: If suitable candidates are identified before the closing date, we may commence interviews earlier. To ensure you don’t miss out, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.